Latifa Kosta

Professional Bio: 

Latifa Kosta previously served as president of the Federation of International Women's Associations (FIWAL). She has dedicated time to fundraising, especially for nonprofit children's organizations including:

  • Chicken Shed Theatre (a unique British charity working with handicapped children and music)
  • Medical Aid for Iraqi Children (especially those with leukemia)
  • American Near East Refugee Aid (focuses on children and music)
  • UNICEF (fundraising for children around the world, especially children in Africa)

Ms. Kosta also fundraises for leukemia charities in England and the Philharmonic Orchestra in London.

Educational Bio: 

Ms. Kosta received her bachelor of arts in art and literature from the Lebanese American University in Beirut, Lebanon.

Memberships, Affiliations, Honors & Awards: 

* Member, Dean’s Council, J.F.K. School of Government, Harvard University
* Member, Dean’s International Council, Harris School of Public Policy Studies, University of Chicago